516 West 8th Street, Austin, TX 78701, United States
#86 of 214 hotels in Austin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 132 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 July 2025
Ruth
United StatesSome construction
Clean, quiet, friendly with tons of amenities.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 December 2024
Flora
United StatesThe facilities are wonderful & great for families! It was clean, except for numerous stains on the carpet in the bedroom; however, they are in the process of revamping the property.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Lori
United StatesThe timeshare push was over the top.
The pool was great but they need a bar.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 July 2024
Jonathan
United StatesLobby is very dated and word out. Only two elevators for a big building. Staff closed the pool for a storm and left it closed for many hours after the storm passed and the sun was out.
Room was spacious and well appointed. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
John
United StatesThe elevators are slow. Would like to have a restaurant and bar on the property. Coffee available in the 10th floor clubroom.
The location is great! Beds were comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Violeta
United Statesvery expensive parking
Location, apt view
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Beth
United StatesVery expensive. Small fitness room....not enough equipment. Not a walk in shower. Not enough elevators and they were slow.
The location of the place was fantastic!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Gaige
United StatesI do not like to be coerced into buying a timeshare
Location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Ruth
United KingdomThe team in the lobby were constantly trying to sell me deals or offers or events, which I found annoying. No bar, no breakfast options
it was clean, friendly, fine. good to have a pool on the roof
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
A
United Statespool did not heat sufficiently
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Sang
United StatesWhen I checked in at the hotel, they charged $70 for parking, but the hotel staff said they would wave $70, so they had to hold on to $40 until it was waved, so I told them to do that, but when I looked at the bill later, I saw that the hotel parking fee was $70. I took it as is and took another 40 dollars. So now I have notified my credit card company not to pay the $40. This hotel is incredible.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Natasha
United StatesThe only thing was that we had a window view to the jail located in the back of the property and the back parking lot. But at night it was still a pretty view of all the other buildings lit up and we could still see the top of the State Capitol.
Everything was clean and within walking distance to a lot of restaurants. All of the staff at the front were super nice. Would definitely stay there again on a pleasure trip. The backyard area was pretty neat as well.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Chris
United StatesHated to have an additional charge attributed to Bookings.com "sometimes doesn't include stuff"
Great location and a super attentive staff...it was fun.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Steven
United StatesTimeshare Vulture check-in & marketing! Late check-in! Early check-out! Undisclosed damage deposit charged at check-in with a stated 3-week delay to refund it!
Location & nice property
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Cindycb
United StatesThe resort staff pushes for resort rental event. The hotel price is a little high.
It is in a good location, walking distances to all major attractions, also it is quiet at night. The suite is comfortable with all kitchen appliances.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Tony
United KingdomExpensive parking charges daily.
Perfect location for visiting Austin. Very clean, modern and comfortable apartments. Very helpful staff.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Natalie
United KingdomThe pushy timeshare sales. Very glad I read previous reviews so I was expecting it. I understand that its their job but it didn’t need to be intense with a touch of emotional blackmail. We were shattered and just wanted to get to our room and meet our friend- was overkill to say the least! If you are a couple a hotel with better facilities would be better.
Great location comfortable apartments for a group. Once it was accepted that we were not in a million years going to get a timeshare the staff were non intrusive. Not luxury but does the job for groups. Location excellent for bars and restaurants
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Stephanie
United KingdomThe timeshare staff. I genuinely had never heard of this concept until reading reviews in detail after I booked. This actually gave me a bit of anxiety about checking in after a 20 hour day of travel. I read reviews about just avoiding them, as you don't need anything from them. But a very aggressive woman told me I HAD to talk to one of her sales staff, as they chased me down to the lift. The timeshare lady was actually very nice and appreciated I wasn't interested, she gave me a wrist band (that you don't need) and sent me on my way. It was her boss that appeared to be very pushy. After that, they don't bother you again.
Very comfortable bed, clean and quiet room with lovely views. The location was ideal for us too.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 August 2023
Daphne
SpainVery good place to stay. This was our 2nd stay there. It has everything you need for a homelike stay with all the amenities for cooking, comfortable bed and sofa bed. Close to restaurants, bus stop and whole foods.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Hans
United KingdomI can’t think of anynthing. Perhaps including breakfast in the price.
The standard of service exceeded all other hotels we stayed in during our trip round Texas. Genuinely helpful staff and the hotel decor and comfort were excellent.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Kentrell
United StatesThe elevators were slow. The nine floor smells like chlorine.
The Hotel was in a great location, everything was in walking distance.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Marek
PolandGood location for walking around the downtown, Congress, Bat bridge, Zilker, 6th Street clubs and restaurants. There is grocery in 8 min walking. Basically you can leave the car in garage and enjoy cool places in 10-20 min walking. Very nice roof top pool with downtown view, chilling spaces and games for kids in the hall. Studio and the kitchen well equipped. Very helpful concierge with with recommendations for current events. Enjoyed staying there.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Fannie
United StatesNot much... But the fact that there are only two elevators is an issue. Long waits. But I guess there is not much they can do. Would have loved a little more shampoo/conditioner.
The apartment was basically a one bedroom flat, with full kitchen and washer and dryer. (I had ordered a studio, though, apparently, which is exact same layout as the one-bedroom, but without a door to the bedroom. They graciously upgraded us to a one-bedroom). Location is awesome. Parking garage is well appreciated, though expensive. Cool infinity pool with a view on downtown.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Siobhan
IrelandLovely apartment, had everything we needed facility-wise. Fully equipped kitchen, and lovely views of the Austin skyline
Stayed in June 2023
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